as in innovative
introducing new ideas or methods
She was honored for her groundbreaking work in nuclear physics. a groundbreaking new book
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Recent Examples of groundbreaking
Forget the movie serials, forget the cartoons, forget the Batman ’66 film – Richard Donner’s Superman was the most groundbreaking step forward for the superheroes on the big screen.
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Rory Doherty, Vulture, 11 July 2025
Our groundbreaking studies have challenged conventional wisdom about ADHD treatment, demonstrating that behavioral interventions should be the first-line approach, with medication considered secondarily if needed — an approach that proves both more effective and more cost-efficient.
—Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
This groundbreaking series made history by featuring television’s first interracial kiss (between William Shatner’s Captain Kirk and Nichelle Nichols’ Uhura), and that was just one way Star Trek pushed the genre — and television as a whole — forward.
—Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 3 July 2025
As the fifth Artistic Director of ATL, Fleming is credited with solidifying the organization's reputation as a hub for inclusive and groundbreaking theatre.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
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Rory Doherty, Vulture, 11 July 2025
Our groundbreaking studies have challenged conventional wisdom about ADHD treatment, demonstrating that behavioral interventions should be the first-line approach, with medication considered secondarily if needed — an approach that proves both more effective and more cost-efficient.
—Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
This groundbreaking series made history by featuring television’s first interracial kiss (between William Shatner’s Captain Kirk and Nichelle Nichols’ Uhura), and that was just one way Star Trek pushed the genre — and television as a whole — forward.
—Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 3 July 2025
As the fifth Artistic Director of ATL, Fleming is credited with solidifying the organization's reputation as a hub for inclusive and groundbreaking theatre.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for groundbreaking
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WorkLife With Adam Grant Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist, delves into workplaces that have incorporated innovative strategies to make every day more productive and actually fun.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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Wayne Metro is helping a handful of residents, mostly in Wayne County, book their first trips, said Megan Wilk, Wayne Metro's director of innovative programs.—
Christina Hall,
Freep.com,
26 July 2025
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Our dining and nightlife correspondent Ana Gutierrez rounded up the creative tequila and mezcal cocktails Austin bars have on tap to mark the occasion.—
Deborah Sengupta Stith,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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This year’s edition leans into cross-sector dialogue and talent development while strengthening links between Scotland’s creative ecosystem and global industry players.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
24 July 2025
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The original vision was to phase out the Flintstones theme, but overwhelming public affection and nostalgia changed their minds.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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My original intent was that people would partner with us.—
Stephanie Kuzydym,
The Courier-Journal,
25 July 2025
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Her novel Tongue was published in English by Bloomsbury in 2009.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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But in reality, many of the most successful companies didn’t start with novel inventions.—
Abdo Riani,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Olympia’s ex-husband, Julian (Jason Ritter), the son of the firm’s head (Beau Bridges), is intrigued by Matty and her clever skills.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
15 July 2025
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The bar is a buzzy and boozy affair from 5 to 6 p.m. daily, where guests and locals gather in a ritualistic ceremony to visit and try some of the clever cocktails (like the Tropical Storm and Drunken Pimento) for which Ooshan has become known.—
Paula Conway,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The stock quickly bounced back, touching a fresh all-time intraday high Friday before closing modestly lower in the session.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
19 July 2025
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Soon after, a survey found a new gelatinous ball of fresh eggs near the microphone that recorded it.—
Nathan Rott,
NPR,
19 July 2025
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“Groundbreaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groundbreaking. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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